Hebrew Bible 5-8 Flashcards
What are the main types of narrative found in the Hebrew Bible?
The Hebrew Bible includes historical narratives (e.g., Genesis, Exodus) and ancestral stories (e.g., tales of the patriarchs and matriarchs).
What types of law codes are found in the Hebrew Bible?
The Hebrew Bible contains various legal codes, including the Covenant Code (Exodus), the Holiness Code (Leviticus), and the Deuteronomic Code (Deuteronomy).
What forms of poetry are present in the Hebrew Bible?
The Hebrew Bible features poetry in books like Psalms and Proverbs, as well as wisdom literature such as Job and Ecclesiastes.
How does the Hebrew Bible reflect diverse theological perspectives?
The Hebrew Bible reflects different theologies due to its composition over centuries, influenced by various historical and cultural contexts.
How do different periods influence theological perspectives in the Hebrew Bible?
Theological views in the Hebrew Bible were shaped by different periods, such as the pre-exilic, exilic, and post-exilic eras, each contributing distinct themes.
Can you give an example of theological diversity in the Hebrew Bible?
An example of theological diversity is the contrast between the Deuteronomistic History (emphasizing covenantal obedience and retribution) and Wisdom Literature (exploring the complexities of human suffering).
What role does the Hebrew Bible play in the New Testament?
The Hebrew Bible serves as the Old Testament in Christianity, forming the foundation for many New Testament teachings and prophecies.
How does the New Testament reinterpret prophecies from the Hebrew Bible?
The New Testament often uses a typological approach, seeing events in the Hebrew Bible as foreshadowing events in the life of Jesus and the early Church.
What is the relationship between the covenants in the Hebrew Bible and the New Testament?
The New Testament portrays Jesus as fulfilling and renewing the covenant established in the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing both continuity and transformation.
What is meant by the canonization of the Hebrew Bible?
Canonization refers to the process by which the Jewish community selected and recognized certain texts as authoritative and divinely inspired.
What are the three sections of the Hebrew Bible recognized during canonization?
The Hebrew Bible was canonized into three sections: Torah (Law), Nevi’im (Prophets), and Ketuvim (Writings).
How did criteria for canonization influence the inclusion of books in the Hebrew Bible?
Books were included based on their apostolicity, orthodoxy, and widespread usage in Jewish religious practice.
